Imagine That a Eukaryotic Cell Carries a Mutation Impairing Its

question 7

Multiple Choice

Imagine that a eukaryotic cell carries a mutation impairing its ability to phosphorylate glucose during glycolysis. What is a likely result of this mutation?

• A)High (possibly toxic)levels of glucose would accumulate in the cell.
• B)Glucose could move out of the cell, slowing cellular respiration.
• C)Because phosphorylation stabilizes glucose, glucose would spontaneously form pyruvate.
• D)Without the phosphorylation of glucose, glycolysis would consist entirely of exergonic reactions.
• E)More pyruvate would be formed at the end of glycolysis.

Recognize the significance of isotopic evidence in interpreting the presence of ancient life forms.

Describe the structure and properties of amphipathic molecules like fatty acids.

Comprehend the early Earth conditions and their role in the abiotic synthesis of essential organic molecules.

Recognize the essential components and functions of protocells in the context of the origin of life.

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